Foxtron, the automotive arm of tech giant Foxconn—the same company best known for manufacturing Apple products, including the iPhone—has pulled back the curtain on the Model D, a near-production concept showcasing their vision for a fully electric minivan, designed in collaboration with Pininfarina. Described as an LMUV (Lifestyle Multipurpose Utility Vehicle), the Model D blends traits from SUVs and MPVs, but let’s be honest, it’s essentially a minivan. It sports high-tech LED lighting at both ends and sharp surfacing that bears a passing resemblance to the newer Skoda models. Not exactly groundbreaking, but certainly competent. Despite its hefty size, the S-ducts and air curtains help achieve a drag coefficient of 0.23 cd, which is rather impressive for its size. Measuring 5,195 mm in length, 1,995 mm in width, and standing 1,785 mm tall, the Foxtron Model D is marginally larger than a Toyota Sienna.
Inside, you’ll find seating for seven in a
2+2+3 layout, with captain’s chairs in the second row—naturally. The dashboard
houses a digital instrument cluster alongside a wide infotainment touchscreen,
with dual passenger displays on the seatbacks. Oh, and since Foxconn is famous
for making iPhones, they’ve thoughtfully integrated charging docks into the
rear armrests. How very on-brand. The fully electric minivan rides on a new
platform developed by ZF Chassis Modules, boasting an 800V architecture and an
unspecified number of electric motors. Its lithium-iron-phosphate battery,
expected to have a capacity between 100 and 120 kWh, should offer a WLTP range
of about 660 km. The active suspension, which adjusts ground
clearance by 15-25 mm, adds a final touch of techy flair. The
Model D could hit production within two years, though it’ll likely wear another
automaker’s badge. So, don’t get too attached to the Foxtron logo just yet.
The Model D is the third Foxtron-branded
concept designed in collaboration with Pininfarina, following the Model E sedan
from 2021, and the Model B compact crossover from 2022. The company has also
teased other EVs, such as the Model C crossover, the Model V pickup, and the
Model T / Model U buses.
So far, the Model C is the only one to
make it to production, sold as the Luxgen n7 in Taiwan. The company has also
unveiled a new variant of the crossover, tailored for “automotive OEMs
interested in the North American market”.
